Stablish

Don't know what to report, her bilirubin was up again this morning, down by almost 20 points tonight.  Her stomach has been bothering her and she managed to throw up some bile, which as she is still intubated, they said was impossible.  I wasn't there, so I don't know whether they suctioned all of the bile out or not.  She is still quite alert and not in much pain, still determined to get better.  The drainage tube that was put in last Sunday for her pneumothorax was removed today, which is a positive thing.  They are talking of doing a tracheostomy early next week, that is installing a port in her throat for breathing, they say it would be a lot more comfortable than having that tube in 24/7.  That way they could try her out during the day for a while to see if she can get by without ventilation assistance, and if that would work they would consider removing the trach after she is a lot better.   Please continue for her in prayer.

Thanks, Maynard

 

Note from Nebs- I know its confusing, sounds like mixed messages but I think the whole truth is that her body is worn out and shot and no matter what she doesn't have much time. I hate to say so cause she's proved us all wrong before and if she really does want to live... So I guess we can pray too that Maynards can have wisdom to decide whats right for her future. That would be so hard to decide.